Welcome to Cozy Book Club

Let me just say that one of my goals for 2018 is to explore content beyond just food. Maybe dip into interiors (kitchen remodel post coming soon, I promise), maybe some clothes, maybe some of my favorite beauty things…you know, just switch it up because recipe after recipe can become so monotonous for me.

But it really hadn’t crossed my mind for us to read a book together until my DMs about The Glass Castle were off the chain and everyone wanted to do a book club. I was surprised about the positive feedback and now I’m super stoked that we’re all doing this together!!

So let’s dive in to what we’re gonna do:

The Purpose of #CozyBookClub – Every year I want to read more books. But every year I get super busy and can’t seem to find the time. Also, a lot of times I get distracted; I need help staying focused. I’m hoping that this will help me and you!

ALSO, whenever I read a book or see a movie by myself, I talk Josh’s ear off about it and basically tell him the entire story and premise and he just stares back at me and nods. I know he’s not paying attention, he’s just being nice. NOW HE DOESNT HAVE TO because we have each other!

I think this comes from my time at film school where we’d watch a movie and talk about it for 2 hours after. It always felt so nice to talk about the work.

The Books – I want to choose good reads that everyone will like and everyone will have access to. One of the rules that I’m following when selecting the books we’re reading is that the book needs to be in audible form because this isn’t dang school! So, if you can’t find the time to read the book, then listen to it on your way to work or when you go on walks. Whatever. There will be no test.

The Timeline – We’ll read one book a month. That’s it. It’s totally doable. And I don’t think we’ll be picking super long books nor books that are trilogies.

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I love this! Last year, I decided I needed to start reading more and fell back into it so much that I pretty much stopped blogging. Now, I find that 80% of my posts are about books even though it’s not a reading blog – oh well! Goodreads is a GREAT way to track reading and have discussions, but if you are worried that many people do not have Goodreads accounts/don’t want to sign up, Facebook is another great option. I actually started a book club with some friends last year and created a Facebook group. For each discussion, I create an event within the group; that way, nobody is forced to see the discussion and have books spoiled if they do not click into the event!

I love secret Facebook groups because I get alerts on them and actually respond and read the posts to the groups I’m a part of BUT a few people don’t have Facebook. Maybe we’ll do it here on the blog…who knows WE SHALL SEE! So glad you’re into it! xo

YAY!! I picked a good one then! I’m on page 100 or so and I think it’s a really interesting set of characters. I have a feeling it’s going to get good. Thanks for the input! We might keep it right here!

YAY! I’ve had this on my TBR pile for way too long, so this will encourage me to fit it into my reading schedule! You could add a page here on your blog for book club, and that way people can see what’s up in case they missed your post. We could discuss the books on your page!

Very excited about this! I’m down for discussing anywhere but Facebook (I try to limit my time there bc it makes me feel crazy). But, if that’s where it ends up, I’ll go there. Froma blogger perspective, I wouldn’t mind giving your blog the traffic and discussing it here!

I love the idea of a book club! I’ve been trying to limit my screen time and read more. I’ve been wanting to read this book too so it’s perfect! I don’t have a preference on where/how to discuss but it would be if we had a place to recommend other books and maybe take a survey to give you a better idea of what book to select next.
Thanks for setting this up! I can’t wait!

I’ve had this book on my list since it came out, and recently finished her other book, Everything I Never Told You. My suggestion would be a secret Facebook group, as the chat function allows for easy communication at a set time, or can post along the way about different things pertaining to the book we’re reading! Can’t wait to get started w/ this!

Dear Adrianna: I love your blog…as you know…I’ve written before. As a life long avid reader, who travels a lot….I love this idea of yours. However, not being tech savvy, I can’t do Facebook…..I’d love to learn, but don’t want to post photos etc., too dangerous. Also, I think it would be fun if you cooked a recipe from the book……if possible, thus tying more threads!
Maybe you, or a friend could walk me thru the procedures, depending on what you decide! Older readers are restricted with lack of tech savvy!…Happy, Healthy New year to you all, woof, jay

Love this idea! I don’t have a FB either – so like others have commented, Goodreads or the blog would work for discussion. I read her other popular novel ‘Everything I never told you’ – it was so good!! Depressing but good! Will get started on this one ASAP!

I love this idea!! I love to read as much as I can. I would be so open to joining a discussion group where we chat about the book! The only thing is I don’t have Facebook, so I wouldn’t be able to participate. But any other way you decided to host the discussion I would definitely participate.
I love reading your blog and making your recipes too! So thank you for all you do!

Yes, yes and yes! The idea of a book club sounds so nice! I checked out the book and it looks so good! I don’t use Facebook either, but love Goodreads and your blog! Glad you are going through with you want to try something new!
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Hi! I just love your blog and I am SO excited about Cozy Book Club!
I would love if we had a facbook page.. because I can get notifications for it. So please let us know what you plan on doing, getting the book today!!

COZY BOOK CLUB! I’m so glad this is a thing – I’ve been waiting for this post since the Butter Mushroom one 🙂 I’m personally a fan of the private Facebook groups (which is basically all I use FB for), but commenting on the blog seems like a more inclusive option, which is great. I don’t have time to read it this month, but I still want to participate and I think I can fit the audiobook into my commute time. Off to download it now! Thanks, Adrianna!

By the way, to anyone who does not have access to the book, I always use OverDrive because you can check out books from libraries in an ebook format. So I always read mine on my kindle but sometimes on my laptop or phone. I just checked out this one sooo it’ll be perfect for the book club!

Thank you so much for setting this up! My resolution for last year was to read one book a month in 2017 and… well.. let’s just say that did not happen. Partly because I’m addicted to my phone (there. I said it.) but also partly because I picked a book to start off with that I didn’t really like and for some reason I was trying to force myself to like it/finish it. ugh. Anyway, I’m super stoked for this and am excited for more reading in 2018 with this group! p.s. I would love the conversations to be on the blog or good reads as I’m trying to stay off the FB. Thank you!

I think we’re all addicted to our phones. I was reading last night and I kept trying to reach for my phone. It’s a disgusting habit. I finally put my phone in the other room and was so much better off. I think that you’ll like this book. It’s definitely a crowd pleaser! The characters are so interesting but relatable. I’m on page like 200 right now and am super into it!

I’m so excited for this! Please do it on the blog, I don’t have facebook 🙁 Just got to finish the other 3 books currently on my nightstand… Also, I know you’re not supposed to judge a book by it’s cover, but is it not just so beautiful?! Love your blog and I am soooo glad that you’re doing this! Thanks 🙂

This is great! I have tried unsuccessfully to start a book club with my friends, but they either don’t finish the book, or can’t decide on a title! Maybe here I will find a forum of readers to share a book experience with! Thanks Adrianna.

I just finished this book and loved it! Looking forward to being a part of the Book Club! FB, Goodreads or on the blog are great for me – will you be sending out another email closer to Feb 8 with the details?